Program Technician, Unmanned Aerial Systems

Job Title Program Technician, Unmanned Aerial Systems Location Main Campus - Dayton, OH Job Number 05039 Department Unmanned Aerial Systems Job Category Support Job Type Full-Time Status Regular Job Open Date 09/16/2024 Resume Review Date 10/1/2024 Closing Date 09/30/2024 Open Until Filled No Position Summary

The Program Technician position exists to provide support for Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) initiatives within the college. The position assists with technical UAS related activities including systems integration, additive manufacturing design and prototyping, Computer Numeric Control (CNC) machining, testing and applied research operations, and flight operations. The position works for the Program Manager for Operations, Unmanned Aerial Systems. The position supports identification and utilization of technical hardware and software required for training and education, applied research and development, commercialization, and operational activities. The Program Technician assists with UAS operations by serving as a member of the crew as an ancillary crewmember, observer, or pilot-in-command depending on mission needs and individual qualifications. They also assist in UAS Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) outreach and education programs.

The minimum salary for this position is $48,726 and is determined commensurate with experience.

Why work for Sinclair College?

The following are some of the benefits that professional staff with Sinclair College receive:

• Tuition waiver for employee and dependents for all Sinclair courses and programs

• Support for continued training and education, including tuition reimbursement for other universities and colleges

• OPERS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution

• 4+ weeks of personal and vacation leave, 3+ weeks of sick leave annually

• 14 days of annually observed company holidays

• Expansive and competitive insurance programs, including an HSA with annual employer contribution available

• High quality programs for work-life balance

• SCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Principal Accountabilities

• Ensure the safe and effective operation of program hardware, including UAS, ground support equipment, and supporting systems

• Support flight operations and client engagements

• Support education and training efforts, including UAS focused Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) campus and other initiatives

• Support systems integration and testing to facilitate applied UAS research and commercialization efforts including subtractive and additive manufacturing and CNC machining efforts related to rapid prototyping and small batch part production

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Manager for Operations, Unmanned Aerial Systems

Requirements

• High school diploma is required; associate or bachelor's degree in related area of study is preferred

• UAS operational flight experience on a variety of small UAS is required; Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) authorized training certifications preferred

• Experience with UAS related modeling and simulation, mission planning, and data analytics software products is required

• Familiarity with consumer and professional grade additive manufacturing (3D printing) equipment, with the ability to program and operate them is preferred

• Experience with operational and experimental tools including wind tunnels, engine test stands, avionics, sensors, and other UAS related resources is preferred

• Familiarity with computer numerical control (CNC) machines (lathes and mills), with the ability to program and operate them is preferred

• Ability to work well as part of a team and individually with limited oversight is required

• Strong PC skills, including standard office tools and industry specific software packages

• Excellent oral and written communication and listening skills, including experience in preparing and delivering reports and presentations is required

• Ability to read, research, and comprehend technical and regulatory documents

• Demonstrated experience supporting a wide variety of technical and operations projects

• Holds and maintains a current Remote Pilot Certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

• Traditional flight experience with Private Pilot Certificate or advanced ratings is preferred

• Current or ability to obtain a FAA Second Class Medical is preferred

• U.S. Citizenship is required

• U.S. Passport is preferred

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have a FAA Remote Pilot Certificate?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Other